Side Hustle School

A listener with a YouTube channel about quitting smoking wants to earn commissions by referring viewers to therapists. What are the ethical and practical concerns of this idea? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several d...

A listener and her teenager have been getting off to a good start selling on Facebook Marketplace. They now have the chance to sell for others, and are wondering about some best practices.  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener...

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we hear from the founder of Brave Count, a subscription box for military spouses.  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Emai...

A former sound engineer in Texas maps out a successful career by providing free information guides for hotel guests. Advertisers pay for their business to get in front of out-of-town guests. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&a...

It's the age-old question: how many side hustles should you try to tackle at once—and is there any process-driven way to make this decision?  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show note...

After first beginning with private cooking lessons, this former marketer discovers an even bigger opportunity in the world of food tours. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSc...

In this week's “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from Dave Green, the founder of Mystery Trip. His in-person event planning service has adjusted well to a hybrid world. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A s...

An independent musician seeks advice on skipping out on Spotify. Royalties for most artists are dismal on streaming services—is corporate licensing for background music a better option?  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and liste...

Today's caller has seen many “of-the-month” clubs, ranging from wine, plants, and even all the way to pickles. With so many of them out there, does that mean the market is saturated? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener...

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we hear from a fashion lover who uses affiliate campaigns to earn commissions. This new business is taking off! Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: S...

Not satisfied with the iPhone's built-in Voice Recorder, a radio host and acting coach creates his own app to help actors rehearse. It goes on to earn more than $500,000. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days ea...

Today's listener has found the perfect domain for her new website and YouTube channel, but it's already been registered and the seller wants $2,000 for it. What should she do? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several da...

In this week's Failure Friday segment, we hear from a mobile game developer with an ambitious idea—so ambitious that it never got off the ground.  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show...

In this week's “Throwback Thursday” segment, we hear from a university administrator who creates a sustainable full-time income from teaching guitar.  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each...

Today's caller is on their second attempt with a coaching service for busy executives. It's a big-ticket item, but the first round didn't go very well. What should they change for take two? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&am...

Our caller today has been working on her first novel, and she doesn't want it to be confined to a drawer forever. She wants to sell it! But she's also feeling discouraged, because so many books are commercially unsuccessful. What should she consider? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This...

In this week's First $1,000 segment, we hear from a freelance podcast editor who decided to specialize in comedy shows. From pricing strategies to building efficient systems, hear how he turned his knack for comedic timing into a moneymaking side hustle. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. T...

Two dog lovers create and grow a wiener-dog themed brand that now provides a six-figure income. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.com...

This listener makes motion videos and backgrounds for churches, but he dislikes social media (#notafan). Should he just get over his resistance, or can his business succeed in another way? Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&amp...

This Pennsylvania couple rents out 2,000 chickens to people interested in urban homesteading. It's a side hustle worth clucking about!  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustl...

We're back with an all-new season! Here's how year ten (!) of Side Hustle School will work. Introducing new features, music, and another 365 days of episodes.  Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each wee...

An in-house ad executive turned teddy bear manufacturer creates a military-grade sleep system for children, earning six figures in sales and making a lot of people beary happy.   Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&amp...

A longtime listener inquires about the future of Side Hustle School. Don't worry, we're not done! Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A several days each week. Show notes: SideHustleSchool.com Email: team@sidehustleschool.co...

In this week's Throwback Thursday segment, discover how one creative learner built a thriving online community—and why most of its value has nothing to do with algorithms or ads. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra money without quitting their job. This year, the show includes free guided lessons and listener Q&A s...

This new segment is all about helping you learn the key steps to a new side hustle in 2025, one step or concept per week. It includes activities, examples, and more—and of course it's all free. Today's topic: a young entrepreneur builds her way to the Nebraska State Legislature. Side Hustle School features a new episode EVERY DAY, featuring detailed case studies of people who earn extra mone...